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DA05 TAC

2013 BMW 530

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

122,774 mi
Last recorded122,774 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 53079,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 TAC
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 122,774 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 112,454 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 107,030 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tires starting too wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 92,980 miles

Engine cover, under trays and outer sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2021 82,420 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edgewear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 82,408 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edgewear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 75,436 miles

Engine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Att soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 75,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Att soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 68,613 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 61,052 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 61,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front tyres wearing on outside edges

Pass 9 Oct 2017 50,787 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 38,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge bald (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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DA05 TAC is a 2013 BMW 530 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 79,457 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA05 TAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 530 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA05 TAC registered?

DA05 TAC is a 2013 BMW 530, first registered on 17 October 2013.

Is DA05 TAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 TAC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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